I am licensed in Missouri with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Professional experience
25 yrs in practice
AddictionsRelationshipsFamily conflictsTrauma, AbuseCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Abandonment, Attachment issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Brenda S Melton. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
She is a really good listener and helps me see things in a different perspective.
Written on May 07, 2026 after therapy with Brenda S for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
I think Dr. Melton does a phenomenal job.
Written on May 06, 2026 after therapy with Brenda S for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and adhd
Dr. Melton is personable, relatable, and understanding. She is a great therapist.
Written on Apr 30, 2026 after therapy with Brenda S for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr. Melton is a caring and compassionate person that knows how to assist people in their time of needs. She has been thorough and thoughtful. I cannot thank her enough for the help.
Written on Feb 08, 2026 after therapy with Brenda S for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and sleeping disorders
Dr. Melton is a wonderful therapist. She has been very helpful with every issue that I have been dealing with. I don't know what I would do without her.
Written on Feb 03, 2026 after therapy with Brenda S for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dr. Melton is a great listener and was able to pinpoint the main issue which helped me work out next steps. I appreciate her honesty and expertise.
Written on Jan 20, 2026 after therapy with Brenda S for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, and adhd
She is a good listener and very sweet. Good at identifying issues and making others comfortable.
Written on Dec 04, 2025 after therapy with Brenda S for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and adhd
So far is a good listener and is not trying to rush things offers sound advice
Written on Nov 30, 2025 after therapy with Brenda S for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
She challenges me to re-work my thinking so that I can have a better view on life but even when I’m difficult and stubborn she is very understanding. She cares for her patients and I know this because she started accommodating me and sending me resources from our very first therapy appointment. Would definitely recommend to others
Written on Sep 09, 2025 after therapy with Brenda S for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
she listens
Written on Jul 31, 2025 after therapy with Brenda S for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and self esteem
Dr Melton is wonderful and kind, really listens and offers some really good insight.
Written on Jun 13, 2025 after therapy with Brenda S for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Very kind and understanding. Allows me to express myself the way I want to. Listens and asks those hard questions that we just don’t want to ask ourselves.
Written on Apr 02, 2025 after therapy with Brenda S for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Dr. Melton is professional and emotionally available. It was easy for me to open up and grow a connection, unlike my past experiences with other therapists.
Written on Mar 21, 2025 after therapy with Brenda S for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and
I can’t recommend Dr Melton enough! From the very first session, I felt heard, understood, and genuinely supported. Their compassionate and insightful approach creates a safe space where I can openly express myself without judgment. They have helped me navigate challenges with patience and wisdom, providing practical tools and thoughtful guidance that have truly made a difference in my life. If you’re looking for a therapist who is kind, professional, and deeply invested in your well-being, Dr Melton is absolutely the best choice!
Written on Mar 11, 2025 after therapy with Brenda S for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Dr. Melton is amazing!
Written on Nov 24, 2024 after therapy with Brenda S for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and parenting issues
She is amazing person who I was truly lucky enough to have through probably the worst time in my life. She’s so supportive and makes me feel important and listens to me. She makes me feel like we’ve known each other for years and it’s only been months. If you’re lucky enough to have her help you in your life, realize she really will.
Written on Oct 16, 2024 after therapy with Brenda S for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Brenda has helped me a lot so far and I look forward to speaking with her at every appointment.
Written on Jul 18, 2024 after therapy with Brenda S for 2 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, and coaching
Dr. Melton really knows how to listen. And she gives the best advice or detailed information about you and or your situation. She speaks truth and facts. But in a way that isn’t harmful. She’s very peaceful. She knows how to define situations. She’s a very caring person.
Written on May 19, 2024 after therapy with Brenda S for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Dr Melton is very engaged, compassionate, and offers active options, and suggestions for any and all of my concerns.
Written on Apr 21, 2024 after therapy with Brenda S for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and bipolar disorder
Dr. Melton showed me patience, professionalism, kindness, and actively listened.
Written on Mar 29, 2024 after therapy with Brenda S for 2 weeks on issues concerning grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dr. Melton is a wonderful person and I would recommend her to anyone. She listens and genuinely tries to help in every way she can. She gives great advice and offers different ways to help process and deal with whatever you are going with. It has been great having Dr. Melton help.
Written on Mar 11, 2024 after therapy with Brenda S for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
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